Drain all fuel from the fuel tank into a container. Do not use fuel that has been stored for more than 60 days. Dispose of the old fuel in accordance to local regulations. 2. Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls. This ensures that all fuel has been drained from the carburetor. 3. Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug and put 1 oz. (30 ml) of high quality motor oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug. NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil from the cylinder before attempting to start the unit after storage. 4. Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any loose or damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts or bolts. The unit is ready for storage. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn the off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it. 4. Install a correctly gapped spark plug in the cylinder head. Tighten by turning the 5/8 in. socket clockwise until snug. If using a torque wrench torque to: 110-120 in.•lb. (12.3-13.5 N•m) Do not over tighten. 0.020 in. (0.5 mm) Fig. 21 Fig. 20 Fig. 19 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START CA USE On/Off Stop Control in the STOP position Empty fuel tank Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Engine flooded Old or improperly mixed fuel Fouled spark plug Plugged spark arrestor A C TION Turn the On/Off Stop Control to START Fill fuel tank Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times Use starting procedure with choke control in Position 2 Drain fuel tank / Add fresh fuel mixture Replace or clean the spark plug Clean or replace spark arrestor ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE CA USE Air Filter is Plugged Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment A C TION Replace or clean the air filter Drain fuel tank / Add fresh fuel mixture Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments section ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE CA USE A C TION Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain fuel tank / Add fresh fuel mixture Improper carburetor adjustment Take to an authorized service dealer for a carburetor adjustment Cultivator tines bound with dirt or grass Stop the unit, switch the On/Off Stop Control to STOP, clean and remove any debris binding the tine Dirty air filter Clean or replace the air filter Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN UNDER LOAD CA USE A C TION Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain fuel tank / Add fresh fuel mixture Improper carburetor adjustment Take to an authorized service dealer for a carburetor adjustment Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor 15 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Engine Type...................................................................................................................................................................................... Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Displacement............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 31 cc Idle Speed RPM.................................................................................................................................................................................. 2,800 - 3,600 rpm Operating RPM .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 7,700+ rpm Clutch Type...................................................................................................................................................................................................... Centrifugal Ignition Type...................................................................................................................................................................................................... Electronic On/Off Stop Control ............................................................................................................................................................................... Rocker Switch Spark Plug Gap............................................................................................................................................................................. 0.020 inch (0.5 mm) Lubrication............................................................................................................................................................................................. Fuel/Oil Mixture Fuel/Oil Ratio ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40:1 Carburetor..............................................................................